The Indian SUV space has always been a bustling place with little love lost between products, however there are not a lot of vehicles that can match the kind of interest level the Mahindra XUV700 has garnered. Since debut, this Mahindra’s flagship SUV has turned out to be a massive hit, courtesy its aggressive looks, powerful engine, and modern features. XUV700 is more than a car – it’s a bold statement of luxury, style, power and value for money.
Whether you’re a family buyer who appreciates space and comfort, or an enthusiast who likes torque and road presence, the XUV700 perfectly blends all its strengths to appeal to everyone.
Bold and Dynamic Design
Be it on the open road or in rush hour traffic, the Mahindra XUV700 is designed to get you noticed. It features menacing grille with chrome slats, LED headlamps with DRLs, and butch stance, which underlines its SUV persona. The well-defined bodylines, bulging wheel arches and two-tone alloy wheels lends it a robust yet stylish looking profile.
Featuring signature LED tail-lights, flush door handles and roof rails, XUV700 has a modern and athletic design that stands out from competitors in the mid-size SUV segment.”
Spacious and Feature-Rich Cabin
Step inside the XUV700 and you are welcomed by a plush cabin that combines premium materials and advanced tech. The pièce de la résistance inside though, is twin integrated 10.25-inch display, one for the digital instrument cluster and the other serving as infotainment, handled by Mahindra’s AdrenoX AI interface.
There’s plenty of legroom and headroom in both rows, the dashboard is uncluttered and the seats are well-cushioned.
More premium trims add on:
Panoramic Skyroof
- Dual-zone climate control
- Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Without Wires
- 360-degree camera
- Push-button start with smart key
- Sony 12-speaker premium sound system
Available in a 5- and 7-seater configuration, the XUV700 is suited for big families or those long road trips where you prefer comfortable seating and space to stretch.
Powertrain Options: Petrol and Diesel
Under the bonnet, the XUV700 comes with solo engine options –
- Possibly a 2.0L Turbo GDi petrol engine 200 hp or so.
- A 2.2L mHawk diesel engine that comes in various tunes (including a 185 hp)
Either engine can be had with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, and some models are available with all-wheel drive (AWD), an uncommon option among vehicles in this price category.
Advertisement The petrol is smooth and rev-happy and great for highway overtakes and the diesel is torquey and efficient. Fuel economy varies from 13 to 16 km/l depending on the variant and driving conditions..
Segment-Leading Safety Features
As for safety, the Mahindra XUV700 stands out. It isn’t the safest SUV in India, as it has achieved a 5-star rating in Global NCAP crash test. The SUV offers:
- 6 Airbags (in higher variants)
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane keep assist
- Autonomous emergency braking
Jeep ushers in a new year & the era with futuristic safety techThe foldable bucket seat seats of the XUV700These are usually offered by luxury SUVs and now, the XUV700 changes that.
Technology and Connectivity
The XUV700 is a geek’s fantasy. The AdrenoX system includes voice commands, control by the AdrenoX app, Alexa compatibility and more, courtesy of Mahindra. And using your phone, or your voice, open/close your car doors, locate your car or remote start your engine.
It supports OTA (over-the-air updates) which you can receive the latest firmware without going manually to a service center.
Final Verdict
Here we bring you the Mahindra XUV700 – a true-blue graded luxury SUV comes loaded with style, performance, comfort and safety. Whether you’re getting your first premium family vehicle or stepping up from a compact SUV, the XUV700 ticks all the boxes.
With its aggressive pricing, loaded variants and being big on road presence, it takes on the likes of the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar and the MG Hector Plus.